Whether you have been hearing the word “hygge” with no recollection of what it means, or you simply want to learn how to live a more simple and positive life, practicing it in the fall season is perfect.
Surprisingly, hygge is pronounced like heu-gah, and is a practice that originated in Denmark, as Danish believes in simplifying your life in order to bring in more positivity, comfort, and contentment.
Hygge is all about being cozy, warm, comfortable, positive, and happy. You spend more time with family and friends.
You forget the notions of material possessions and simplify your life. You spend more time in front of the fire while snuggling under a warm blanket.
This and so much more is what hygge represents, and you can use it in your everyday life.
Fall also happens to be an amazing time of year for hygge. During this season, you tend to want to see your loved ones more often, express gratitude, and decorate your home.
Here are some different ways to practice hygge during the fall season.
ENJOY THE SCENTS OF FALL
Two great things to combine for hygge in the fall season is by combining scents that remind you of the season, and using them to relax. This is a really effective way to relax, unwind, and get cozy in your home, while also embracing your favorite scents and flavor during the fall season.
Scents to Consider
There are many different types of fall scents, including those that are stand-alone scents like herbs and essential oils, and scents that are combined to remind you of everything from forests in the fall to the smell of baking treats in the kitchen.
Here are some excellent ones to start with:
Pumpkin Spices like nutmeg and ginger Cinnamon Vanilla Apple Orange Clove Cider Chai Fir Eucalyptus
MAKE YOUR HOME FALL COZY
Hygge is all about being cozy and comfortable in your environment. A really easy way to do that during the fall is to bring the cozy and simplicity into your home.
An easy way to start is by decorating for the fall season. You don’t need to spend a lot of money or time to do this.
Just switch up your colors a little by adding more warm colors like red, orange, yellow, and green. This can be in the form of throw pillows on the sofa, changing the flowers in your vase, and adding little decorative accessories where you think your home needs it.
You will not only embrace the change of the season, but decorating always creates a warm and welcoming environment at home.
Add Warm, Cozy Blankets & Pillows
This is definitely a must for hygge – especially in the fall! It is going to get a bit colder, so you want to stay warm and cozy in your living room.
Add soft blankets that can envelop you while watching a movie or reading a book. Make sure to have throw pillows of different sizes and shapes to create that comfortable environment you are looking for.
Adding the Warmth
For hygge, it is best to get warmth from things that add to the environment, such as with candles burning or a fireplace.
To practice hygge in the fall, don’t underestimate the power of food, family, and being together during this time of year. Enjoy quiet evenings at home by baking cookies with your kids, or inviting friends over for a dinner party with all your favorite comfort foods of the season.
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